Celadonite | |
Chemical Formula |
K(Mg,Fe2+)(Fe3+,Al)[Si4O10](OH)2 |
Species |
Silicates |
Crystal System |
Monoclinic |
Mohs Scale |
2 |
Specific Gravity |
3 |
Color |
Blue-green, olive green, apple green |
Luster |
Dull |
Refractive Index |
n = 1.606 - 1.625 n = 1.630 - 1.662 n = 1.579 - 1.661 |
Diaphaneity |
Translucent |
Cleavage |
Perfectperfect on |
Crystal Habit:Minute micaceous scales or earthy aggregates | |
Geological Setting:Replaces ferromagnesian minerals in altered intermediate to mafic igneous rocks, zeolite grade metamorphic rocks, amygdaloidal fillings in basalts and andesites. |